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University of Otago 71–73 – Alumni Frank Leong Entrance Scholarship
Scholarship details
| Study levels | Entrance, Degree |
|---|---|
| Value | Standard value of NZ$8,000 for one year. |
| Close date | Friday, 15 August 2025 |
| Domestic/international | Both domestic and international |
About the scholarship
Established by the University Council in 2017 with support from Frank Leong, who attended the University of Otago from 1971 to 1973, this scholarship was named by Frank from the Gospel of Matthew 10:8 in recognition of his desire to provide support to students particularly those who have shown tenacity in their learning and are facing financial challenges. The scholarship provides a standard value of NZ$8,000 for one year, usually paid as an accommodation fee waiver directly to your Residential College.
Entry requirements
Application for all Entrance Scholarships are normally open to students who meet the requirements of 1.1 OR 1.2, AND 2. Those who fit within 3 are ineligible. 1.1 Are New Zealand citizens, New Zealand Residence Class Visa Holder, Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents with domestic fee status; Or 1.2 International students who have completed Year 12 and/or have completed or are in the process of completing Year 13 at a New Zealand school (or an equivalent foundation level course at a New Zealand tertiary institution). And 2 Are intending to enrol or have enrolled for the first time for first-year (100-level papers) full-time degree-level, undergraduate study at the University of Otago. But 3 Applications are not normally open to those who have studied more than 0.4 EFTs at any University or tertiary institution at degree-level or higher. Exceptions to 0.4 EFTS or less are considered when all previous University or tertiary level study has been undertaken whilst concurrently enrolled at secondary school. In addition to the above eligibility criteria, applicants must have: Significant financial need or life circumstances which present barriers to studying at university. Achieved NCEA Level 2, or equivalent.